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T121 TBD

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,720 mi
Last recorded21,720 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT121 TBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 21,720 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 21,538 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 21,426 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 21,153 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 20,884 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2020 20,203 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 19,468 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 19,468 miles

Offside Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 18,852 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 18,222 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 17,334 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,246 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 16,246 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,473 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 13,312 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 13,312 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 13,035 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 11,948 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 10,161 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 7,488 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 7,067 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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T121 TBD is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,516 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T121 TBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T121 TBD registered?

T121 TBD is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is T121 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T121 TBD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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